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Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes was born on 17 July 1966 in a rural area of the Michoacán state in México. He grew up in a poor family environment and contributed to his family by working in agricultural labor during his childhood and youth. He abandoned his education at an early age and turned to alternative means of livelihood due to economic hardship.In the 1980s he illegally crossed into the United States where he became involved in various criminal activities. In the early 1990s he was arr

The 2025 tariffs are a series of measures initiated by President Donald Trump of the United States of America (USA) that have significantly influenced international trade policies. Implemented at the beginning of 2025, these tariffs were announced on grounds of national security, reducing the trade deficit, protecting domestic production, and combating law smuggling and migration trafficking narcotic. These tariffs have affected Türkiye’s largest trading partners including Canada, Mexico, China,

The Mexico Z Generation Protests emerged as a broad social movement centered on widespread public criticism of rising crime, corruption, and impunity across the country on 15 November 2025. The protests were initiated by a young group identifying themselves as “Generation Z Mexico” but quickly gained support from individuals of diverse ages and political backgrounds. Demonstrations were particularly concentrated in Mexico City and also took place in various cities, notably in the state of Michoa

Taco is one of the cornerstones of Mexican cuisine, notable for its historical origins, cultural significance, and global impact. The tradition of tortillas, which developed since the domestication of corn, forms the foundation of the taco. Taco is not just a food but also a symbol that reflects Mexico's social structure, history, and cultural identity.Origin and History Pre-Hispanic PeriodThe origin of the taco is rooted in the corn-based dietary habits of the indigenous peoples of Mexico. Anth

Tlayuda is a traditional Oaxacan dish prepared by placing various ingredients on a large corn tortilla. This dish is one of the hallmark elements of Oaxaca’s street cuisine, served on a large, crisp tortilla base made from nixtamalized (lime-treated) cornmeal, topped with asiento (unrendered pork fat), black bean purée, and local quesillo (Oaxaca cheese). The corn and techniques used in its preparation reflect the region’s gastronomic and cultural context.Origin and Cultural ContextTlayuda is a

Operation Jalisco is a military operation launched on 22 February 2026 in the town of Tapalpa, in the Mexican state of Jalisco, aimed at capturing Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), known as “El Mencho”. During the operation, an armed clash occurred between security forces and cartel members, resulting in Oseguera Cervantes sustaining serious injuries. He died while being transported to Mexico City.The operation was conducted by Mexico’s Nat

Pozole is a corn-based dish prepared by boiling hominy—maize kernels processed in an alkaline solution, then washed to remove their outer husks and tips—along with meat and other ingredients. The foaming that occurs on the liquid surface during boiling, caused by the kernels splitting open, is the defining physical characteristic from which the dish derives its name. The alkaline treatment applied during production induces structural changes within the maize kernel, creating a critical stage tha

The 2025 Oaxaca train crash was a derailment incident that occurred on 28 December 2025 in the state of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. At least 13 people lost their lives and 98 people were injured. The incident occurred when the Interoceanic Train, a passenger train operating on the route between Veracruz and Salina Cruz, derailed near the town of Nizanda in Oaxaca state. About the Train and LineThe Interoceanic Train is operated by the Mexican Navy (Semar). The railway line serves as a strategic c

Mexico–American War was a conflict fought between the United States and México from 1846 to 1848, resulting in massive territorial losses for México. The war was directly linked to the United States’ expansionist ambition under the doctrine of “Manifest Destiny.”After the Republic of Texas declared its independence in 1836, it was annexed by the United States in 1845, a move México labeled as an “act of aggression.” Disputes over the border further escalated: the United States recognized the Rio

Teotihuacan Pyramids are monumental structures within the ancient city of Teotihuacan, located approximately 40 kilometers northeast of Mexico City, Mexico, and listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The Sun Pyramid, the Moon Pyramid, and the Avenue of the Dead connecting them form the ceremonial and architectural heart of the city. Although it is not definitively known who built the city and its pyramids, research continues into possible connections with Toltec, Zapotec, or Maya settlements.Th